Afghan Women Cyclists Smuggled Out of Country After Taliban Takeover

An unprecedented plan was put in place to smuggle professional Afghan women cyclists out of the country after the Taliban took power, fearing for their lives.

12 Jun, 14:51 — 12 Jun, 14:51

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Escaping Kabul: ride or die

When the Taliban took power, Afghanistan's women cyclists went from competing internationally to fearing for their lives overnight. 🚵‍♀️ An unprecedented plan was put in place to smuggle the professional cyclists out of the country in complete secrecy. Reporters Matteo Born and Alain Rimbert look back at this incredible operation.

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Afghan Women Cyclists Smuggled Out of Country After Taliban Takeover

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